Theatre Histories
3.0
creditsAverage Course Rating
Investigations into some of the many histories in the development of the drama, from Greek origins to today's global theatre. An introduction to interpretive concepts, as well as to practical elements of playmaking. This course is a good way to explore and appreciate the art of theatre, and is required for the minor.
Fall 2014
Professor: Joseph Martin
Students praised this course for giving them the opportunity to explore plays that they wouldn’t ordinarily have been exposed to. Students believed the course lacked structure with students noting that assignments listed on the syl abus weren’t discussed and another noting that it was unclear what the instructor wanted on assignments given the large amount of freedom he provided to students. Suggestions for improvement included a desire by multiple students that the course would be improved if the instructor gave clearer expectations of what he wanted from students on assignments and if the lectures had a more logical flow. Prospective students should know that students found the course focused more on the history of theater and didn’t require any background in the arts.